Although the manufacturer of Lamictal does not recommend taking the drug while breastfeeding, your healthcare provider may recommend that you take it; for many women, stopping the drug is not an option. Because every woman's situation is different, it's important to talk to your healthcare provider about Lamictal and breastfeeding. Together, you can make a shared decision about what is best for you.
Lamictal and Breastfeeding: An Overview
Lamictal® (
lamotrigine) passes through breast milk; therefore, the manufacturer does not recommend taking it while breastfeeding. It is important to talk to your healthcare provider about the benefits and risks of using Lamictal while breastfeeding.
Lamictal and Breastfeeding: What Does the Research Say?
Although Lamictal passes through breast milk, little information about any negative effects of the drug on breastfed infants is available. If your healthcare provider recommends taking Lamictal while breastfeeding, be sure to watch for any side effects in your child.
Lamictal and Breastfeeding: Final Thoughts
It is important to talk with your healthcare provider about Lamictal and breastfeeding. Each woman's situation is different, and your healthcare provider understands your situation best. For many women, stopping Lamictal is not an option, as it is used to treat serious medical conditions, including
epilepsy and
bipolar disorder. However, breastfeeding provides many health benefits for the infant.
After considering what you want and expect, as well as your current health situation, you and your healthcare provider can make a shared decision about Lamictal and breastfeeding that is right for you.
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